]]>To celebrate National Goat Week – there’s even a quiz! – our recipe of the day is a wonderful diverse Keralan Goat Curry.

Fresh and Delicately Spiced Keralan Goat Curry

Preparation time: 15 minutes
Cooking time: 30 minutes
Serves: 4-6

Method:

1. Heat 1/2 tbsp oil in a large pan, preferably non-stick, and brown half the aubergines for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown and crisp all over. Scoop onto a plate; repeat with more oil and the remaining aubergines. Set the aubergines aside until later.

2. In the same pan heat the remaining oil and fry the mustard seeds with the curry leaves until the seeds start to pop. Add the onion, garlic, ginger and chilli, and cook on a medium heat for 5 minutes, until softened. Mix together the chilli powder and turmeric with a splash of water, and then stir into the pan. Fry for one minute.

3. Add the cubed goat meat, courgette and two tablespoons of the coconut milk and stir until covered with the spice mix. Add the remaining coconut milk and tomatoes. Season to taste.

4. Bring to the boil and simmer on a low heat for 45 minutes to an hour. Add the aubergine, chickpeas, and green beans and continue to cook for a further 5 minutes.

Wine match – Young White Rioja, selected by Sarah Jane Evans MW.

“Pick a young white rioja. Its bright citrus lift makes it an ideal partner to the creamy coconut milk in the sauces”.

]]>http://www.esdmagazine.com/keralan-goat-curry/feed/0Glynn Purnell at Harvey Nicholshttp://www.esdmagazine.com/glynn-purnell-at-harvey-nichols/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=glynn-purnell-at-harvey-nichols
http://www.esdmagazine.com/glynn-purnell-at-harvey-nichols/#commentsFri, 08 May 2015 09:06:51 +0000http://www.esdmagazine.com/?p=7396Harvey Nichols has announced an exclusive collaboration with celebrity chef and owner of Michelin starred Purnell’s restaurant, Glynn Purnell. The partnership will see Purnell curate an all day dining experience for Harvey Nichols’ new design concept store opening in July in Birmingham. This partnership builds on the retailer’s stylish reputation for hospitality, fashion and beauty, while setting […]

Harvey Nichols has announced an exclusive collaboration with celebrity chef and owner of Michelin starred Purnell’s restaurant, Glynn Purnell. The partnership will see Purnell curate an all day dining experience for Harvey Nichols’ new design concept store opening in July in Birmingham.

This partnership builds on the retailer’s stylish reputation for hospitality, fashion and beauty, while setting the bar for first-class food and luxury shopping to provide customers in Birmingham with the ultimate retail experience.

Purnell has worked closely with Harvey Nichols to develop an all-day menu, mentor the restaurant’s new Head Chef and hospitality team (to be announced in due course), recruit local suppliers, and source the best ingredients for each dish.

As well as in the restaurant, guests will have the choice of enjoying Purnell’s menu at the Chef’s Table in the private dining room accommodating up to 15 diners, and in the communal table in the Harvey Nichols Wine Shop.

]]>http://www.esdmagazine.com/glynn-purnell-at-harvey-nichols/feed/0Macallan London Residencehttp://www.esdmagazine.com/macallan-london-residence/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=macallan-london-residence
http://www.esdmagazine.com/macallan-london-residence/#commentsThu, 07 May 2015 08:42:01 +0000http://www.esdmagazine.com/?p=7385The Macallan is taking over London’s Two Temple Place for two nights only. On 2 and 3 June, The Macallan Residence will unlock its doors and invite guests into the world of The Macallan. The first UK event of its kind for the brand will take guests on a journey of experiences exploring the world of […]

The Macallan is taking over London’s Two Temple Place for two nights only. On 2 and 3 June, The Macallan Residence will unlock its doors and invite guests into the world of The Macallan.

The first UK event of its kind for the brand will take guests on a journey of experiences exploring the world of photography, food and fashion.

Visitors to The Macallan Residence will learn how to nose and taste single malt with Gold, Amber, Sienna and Ruby, award winning whiskies from The 1824 Series. Master-classes from Mixologists Wayne Collins and David Miles will showcase the art of creating the perfect Old Fashioned cocktail.

Chocolate and whisky pairings from Artisan Du Chocolat will be on offer. Photography from The Macallan’s latest collaboration with one of the world’s most glamourous and iconic fashion photographers, Mario Testino, will also be exhibited for guests to enjoy.

A limited number of tickets are available for the two hour experience on 2 June at 7.30pm and 8.30pm and 3 June at 6.30pm at Two Temple Place, London, WC2R 3BD. To reserve your place please visit: www.themacallanresidence.com.

]]>http://www.esdmagazine.com/macallan-london-residence/feed/0World’s Best Female Chef: Hélène Darrozehttp://www.esdmagazine.com/worlds-best-female-chef-helene-darroze/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=worlds-best-female-chef-helene-darroze
http://www.esdmagazine.com/worlds-best-female-chef-helene-darroze/#commentsWed, 06 May 2015 09:48:31 +0000http://www.esdmagazine.com/?p=7390Hélène Darroze has been named the Veuve Clicquot World’s Best Female Chef 2015. Our review on her eponymous London restaurant at The Connaught is available to read here (http://www.esdmagazine.com/helene-darroze-connaught/). Through this accolade, The World’s 50 Best Restaurants, in partnership with Veuve Clicquot, shines a light on a rarefied family of extraordinary female chefs. The Veuve […]

Through this accolade, The World’s 50 Best Restaurants, in partnership with Veuve Clicquot, shines a light on a rarefied family of extraordinary female chefs.

The Veuve Clicquot World’s Best Female Chef award celebrates the work of a woman whose cooking most impresses the world’s toughest critics and most venerated chefs, more than 900 of whom voted in this category.

]]>http://www.esdmagazine.com/worlds-best-female-chef-helene-darroze/feed/0The Dorchester Wine Eveningshttp://www.esdmagazine.com/the-dorchester-wine-evenings/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-dorchester-wine-evenings
http://www.esdmagazine.com/the-dorchester-wine-evenings/#commentsTue, 05 May 2015 08:55:37 +0000http://www.esdmagazine.com/?p=7393The Dorchester (read our review here) is to introduce a series of monthly wine and canapé evenings at The Grill Counter from Wednesday 6 May. Hosted by Head Chef, Christophe Marleix, and Head Sommelier, Ruben Desport, at the hotel’s recently re-launched restaurant, The Grill at The Dorchester, a total of seven guests will take front row […]

Hosted by Head Chef, Christophe Marleix, and Head Sommelier, Ruben Desport, at the hotel’s recently re-launched restaurant, The Grill at The Dorchester, a total of seven guests will take front row seats for a wine and canapé journey covering six pairings from a different region or theme each month.

Designed to offer an alternative night out to sitting down for dinner, Ruben and Christophe will tailor their tips, stories and anecdotes to the varying levels of wine and food knowledge shared amongst guests. The event can be booked by individuals or groups of friends or colleagues, and coinciding with #WineWednesday dates include:

Wednesday 6 May – Introduction to the Rhône Valley

Wednesday 3 June – Burgundy North to South

Wednesday 1 July – Discover the Loire Valley

Wednesday 5 August – Focus on Alsace

Wednesday 2 September – New world in three countries

Wednesday 7 October – Bordeaux without breaking the bank

Wednesday 4 November – The wines of Provence

Wednesday 2 December – Beyond Champagne: great sparkling wine

The Grill Counter Wine Evenings are priced at £49 per person including six 100ml glasses with canapés and samplers from The Grill menu to accompany each wine.

These intimate sized events begin at 7.00pm and end at 8.30pm after which guests are welcome to stay on to enjoy the restaurant or The Bar at The Dorchester just opposite.

Tickets must be pre-paid 48 hours in advance, and are subject to 48 hours cancellation policy although should guests wish to cancel, bookings may be transferred to a future event subject to availability.

If you fancy a tipple this weekend why not visit some of the UK’s most unusual bars? From doodling to detectives, gin parlours to tiki havens, we’ve put together a list of old favourites and the most unusual watering holes the UK has to offer. The Il Bar at Bulgari Hotel & Residences Tucked away at […]

If you fancy a tipple this weekend why not visit some of the UK’s most unusual bars? From doodling to detectives, gin parlours to tiki havens, we’ve put together a list of old favourites and the most unusual watering holes the UK has to offer.

The Il Bar at Bulgari Hotel & Residences

Tucked away at the back of Il Bar is ‘The Spirit Room’ (read the full review here). A haven of old school glamour, one could imagine the Rat Pack certainly enjoying their whiskey and cigars here. The walls are decorated with beautiful black and white photos of Sophia Loren and Elisabeth Taylor casually sipping champagne with Sean Connery during his James Bond era, each lady dripping in Bulgari Jewels. This room perfectly reflects the opulence and exquisiteness of the Bulgari brand and the hotel’s exclusivity. Ultimately, if you’re looking for an indulgent cocktail in ultra-glam surroundings, then the Il Bar is the place to be, just remember to dress up chic!

Housed in the Oxford Road railway arches in the heart of Manchester, Gorilla’s mezzanine level is a gin parlour stocked with tipples from across the globe that can be sampled in chronological order, from prohibition to present day. House creations and classic cocktails make up the menu as Gorilla provides a cosy atmosphere, good enough for gig goers and Manchester footballers alike.

London bars often feature high on best bar lists, and this one in the capital is no exception. Hidden behind nothing a black door and inscribed name, this unusual take on a speakeasy looks straight out of a classic murder mystery. Party goers are invited to make an appointment with the detectives prior to their visit, and with a cryptic phone call on entering, guests are welcomed into the 1920s themed bar to a menu of wine, champagne and gin-based cocktails.

Serving over 100 different rums, this tucked away tiki bar sees groups jive to reggae and afro beats, whilst sipping cocktails that are often on fire. A party atmosphere and tropical fun can all be had in this Mancunian backstreet.

The Mavern is another bar hidden away in one of the cities many nooks and crannys, based near the Corn Exchange. Many often don’t even know the name of this prohibition style bar as they enter from the street and head up the stairs. The décor is simple and the martinis are strong.

A former Catholic church, the transformation of this bar and restaurant is a popular hotspot for both locals and tourists. A combination of tradition and Hispanic, South American and Cuban influences, the conversion still sees the font as a focal point in the bar, dowsed in palm trees and boasting a bar serving margaritas and mojitos.

Based in Sheffield train station, this typically English pub offers a huge selection of beers from around the world, including cask hand pulls and continental swing handled taps. Having recently undergone a refurbishment, this spot is a popular pre-train pitstop or local pub destination for the people of Sheffield.

When in Scotland, do as the Scottish do! Whiski specialises in, you guessed it, Whiskey. Carrying over 220 malt whiskies, Whiski offers a warm and friendly atmosphere often popular with tourists who come to sample the delights of the bar.

Merchant Hotel, Belfast

Home to the world’s most expensive cocktail (setting you back a £750), the Merchant Hotel bar in Belfast oozes style and a menu that will please any cocktail connoisseur. Combining the modern with eccentric touches, the rooms are decorated with ornate chandeliers and paintings.

London bars often feature high on best bars lists, and this one is no exception. Based in Islington, this LA-styled nameless bar has a vintage feel created with old advertising posters and a pianist for a jazz-age vibe. The bar also offers visitors the chance to take part in their very own cocktail masterclasses, be it rum, champagne, gin or whiskey.

You may be able to sense by the name that Haus Bar in Bristol has a Berlin-esque twist to it. The bar is dark and seductive, and with an intimate feel is a unique date destination for thirsty couples. The bar offers table service to small groups, with a menu of classic and contemporary cocktails.

The Rivoli Bar, The Ritz, London

One of our all-time favourites, The Rivoli Bar at The Ritz is hidden away from the hustle and bustle of Piccadilly and is famous for its flawless service and expert bartenders. Boasting a beautiful Art Deco design, the bars oozes class and sophistication and serves the perfect Negroni. If you want to impress, this is the spot for you.

]]>http://www.esdmagazine.com/uks-unusual-bars/feed/0Sakura at Sake no Hanahttp://www.esdmagazine.com/sakura-at-sake-no-hana/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=sakura-at-sake-no-hana
http://www.esdmagazine.com/sakura-at-sake-no-hana/#commentsFri, 17 Apr 2015 09:45:29 +0000http://www.esdmagazine.com/?p=7359From 20th April to 20th June Sake no Hana (read our review here), the Japanese restaurant by Hakkasan Group, will be celebrating the arrival of Spring and Japanese cherry blossom season with the return of Sakura at Sake no Hana, a secret cherry blossom garden in the heart of Mayfair. This year the garden will have the […]

From 20th April to 20th June Sake no Hana (read our review here), the Japanese restaurant by Hakkasan Group, will be celebrating the arrival of Spring and Japanese cherry blossom season with the return of Sakura at Sake no Hana, a secret cherry blossom garden in the heart of Mayfair.

This year the garden will have the addition of the fresh scent of cherry blossom to add to the sensory experience. Taking over the bar on St. James’s Street, Sakura at Sake no Hana will host a display of an abundance of pink cherry blossom enveloping the bar from floor to ceiling, entwining above and around guests whilst they enjoy limited edition cocktails, bento boxes and desserts.

Once inside, the creation focuses around two large cherry blossom trees – one either side of the bar – which reach up and encoil their branches around guests creating an elaborate canopy effect, with blooms and branches intertwining the bamboo walls. Guests will also notice the blossom emitting a sweet scent of Eau de Parfum Cherry Blossom by Floris, Mayfair family perfumer since 1730 and Royal Warrant holders for perfume to Her Majesty the Queen.

Inspired by “sakura” and “hanami”, the centuries-old Japanese tradition of celebrating the fleeting annual cherry blossom season, Sakura at Sake no Hana offers guests the chance to enjoy the transient beauty of the flowers by sipping sakura cocktails at the bar or by booking a table in the garden to indulge in a Japanese lunch with friends. Limited edition items include:

Violet Risshun Cocktail – A two-part cocktail, when guests order the Violet Risshun (Risshun represents the start of Spring in the Japanese calendar), they will be presented with a carafe, miniature jug and delicate coupette. The carafe will contain Jinzu Gin, green chartreuse, grapefruit and lemon juice, shiso syrup and Burlesque bitters; the jug Belsazar rose vermouth, maraschino cherry, cranberry and lemon juice. The glass will be sprayed with a violet mist. After two glasses of the carafe guests can mix with the jug to create a second refreshing cocktail (£12)

Sakura Tea – pot of tea made from the leaves of cherry blossom trees (£4.50)

Throughout the campaign guests will be encouraged to Instagram images of blossom and Spring flowers, with the best images winning Sakura gifts.

Sakura at Sake no Hana limited-edition menu items available for lunch and dinner in the bar and restaurant sushi counter from 20th April to 20th June, Monday to Saturday. To book a table call 020 7925 8988 or email reservations@sakenohana.com.

]]>http://www.esdmagazine.com/sakura-at-sake-no-hana/feed/0Wellness at GHAhttp://www.esdmagazine.com/wellness-at-gha/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=wellness-at-gha
http://www.esdmagazine.com/wellness-at-gha/#commentsThu, 16 Apr 2015 08:13:49 +0000http://www.esdmagazine.com/?p=7353Grosvenor House Apartments by Jumeirah Living has announced the launch of three new wellness packages to offer guests the ultimate healthy living retreat while staying in London. The packages are themed around fitness, relaxation and recuperation, each of which has a different focus and can be tailored to a guest’s individual needs. The wellness programmes […]

Grosvenor House Apartments by Jumeirah Living has announced the launch of three new wellness packages to offer guests the ultimate healthy living retreat while staying in London. The packages are themed around fitness, relaxation and recuperation, each of which has a different focus and can be tailored to a guest’s individual needs.

The wellness programmes have been designed by Grosvenor House Apartments’ trainer-in-residence Kathryn Tilbury, who has over ten years’ experience in the fitness industry and has worked in some of London’s most prestigious gyms.

The ‘Fitness Package’ comprises one consultation session with Kathryn and two subsequent training sessions, which will follow a programme set according to the individual’s needs and goals. Using the latest fitness equipment and techniques, the programme offers a choice of functional strength, boxing, pilates, ballet andcircuit based fat loss, or a combination of disciplines, to get in shape.

For those struggling after a sporting injury or operation, the ‘Recuperation Package’ is ideal. It includes a consultation and five training sessions offering guests the opportunity to recover with the help of exercises that enhance wellbeing. For guests looking for a sense of calm, perhaps after a long haul flight or a stressful few days, the ‘Relaxation Package’ includes a one-off session with Kathryn, focusing on stretching, balance and breathing exercises to ease tension and aid relaxation.

]]>http://www.esdmagazine.com/wellness-at-gha/feed/0Yauatcha Cityhttp://www.esdmagazine.com/yauatcha-city/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=yauatcha-city
http://www.esdmagazine.com/yauatcha-city/#commentsWed, 15 Apr 2015 08:25:18 +0000http://www.esdmagazine.com/?p=7351Launching on 20 May, Yauatcha City will be one of the key restaurants to join Broadgate Circle, the new culinary destination in the City. Located on the border of East London and the Square Mile, Yauatcha City will be the latest restaurant by Hakkasan Group, and the second Yauatcha in London following the success of its […]

Launching on 20 May, Yauatcha City will be one of the key restaurants to join Broadgate Circle, the new culinary destination in the City.

Located on the border of East London and the Square Mile, Yauatcha City will be the latest restaurant by Hakkasan Group, and the second Yauatcha in London following the success of its Michelin-starred restaurant in Soho.

Yauatcha City will be an all-day dim sum dining experience. Guests will enjoy the choice of two bars, two spacious outside terraces and a large main dining area. Yauatcha City’s Chinese kitchen will be led by Chef Tong Chee Hwee, who holds a total of 12 years’ experience with the group, initially as Head Chef of the original Hakkasan Hanway Place and then bringing his skill and creativity to the group as Executive Head Chef.

The menu at Yauatcha City will embody the Chinese dim sum teahouse concept, where friends and family gather to catch up over excellent dim sum, wok dishes, tea and cocktails. It will present authentic Cantonese dishes with a modern influence, offering a wide range of steamed, baked, grilled and fried dim sum such as Scallop shui mai, Prawn and beancurd cheung fun and Venison puffs. To complement the cuisine, the drinks menu will comprise 38 types of tea, as well as cocktails inspired by Chinese ingredients and a broad wine and Champagne list.

A first for the company, Yauatcha City will see the launch of a standalone Yauatcha Patisserie on the level below the main restaurant, where Chinese heritage and modern European cooking techniques have inspired the pastry team, led by Executive Pastry Chef Graham Hornigold, to create an array of macarons, petits gateaux and chocolates.

Designed by French designers GBRH, the 198 cover restaurant is 7,220 square foot with two bars and two terraces, each seating 50 guests. The restaurant will encompass the key design elements and characteristics from Yauatcha Soho including aquariums, starlit ceilings, visible kitchens and the blue and pink palette that has become synonymous with the restaurant. Yauatcha will continue its long-standing relationship with designer Diane von Furstenberg with the managers and Maitre D wearing her dresses.

Yauatcha City will be located at Broadgate Circle EC2, and will be open Monday to Saturday for lunch, dinner and drinks, midday to 11:30pm. Reservations will be open from 20 April.

]]>http://www.esdmagazine.com/yauatcha-city/feed/0Landmark London Experienceshttp://www.esdmagazine.com/landmark-london-experiences/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=landmark-london-experiences
http://www.esdmagazine.com/landmark-london-experiences/#commentsThu, 02 Apr 2015 08:48:31 +0000http://www.esdmagazine.com/?p=7346The Landmark London is launching ‘The Landmark London Experiences’. A collection of five bespoke packages, The Landmark London Experiences include a private singing lesson with a West End star to an antiques hunt with an expert from Alfies Antique Market. Offering guests the chance to learn new skills under the guidance of professionals, the packages are […]

The Landmark London is launching ‘The Landmark London Experiences’. A collection of five bespoke packages, The Landmark London Experiences include a private singing lesson with a West End star to an antiques hunt with an expert from Alfies Antique Market.

Offering guests the chance to learn new skills under the guidance of professionals, the packages are open to individuals or small groups and include either a lunch, dinner, Champagne afternoon tea or Martini flight at the luxury five-star hotel.

We’ve selected our three favourites below.

An Insider’s Guide to Antiques

Enjoy a day out at Alfies Antique Market to discover hidden gems from the past

The world of antiques is notoriously difficult to navigate. Guests will join antique experts for a private tour and rummage in Alfies, one of London’s largest indoor antique markets. After hunting for treasures, guests are invited to return to The Landmark London for a Champagne Afternoon Tea in the atrium, The Winter Garden.

Prices for ‘An Insider’s Guide to Antiques’ The Landmark London Experience start from £420 for one person, £630 for two people and £840 for three people.

If the shoes fit…

Bespoke shoe experience with shoemaker of James Bond

Enjoy an exclusive professional shoe fitting session with Crockett & Jones, the official shoemakers for James Bond. Guests will be chauffer driven in an Aston Martin to Crockett & Jones on Jermyn Street where the Store Manager, Michael Quinn, will assist in selecting hand-crafted shoes which will be made and delivered eight weeks later. Alongside this, guests will learn the “Art of High Shine” to achieve a glass like finish for the shoes. To finish the day in true James Bond style, a Martini Flight will be served in the Mirror Bar at The Landmark London.

Prices for ‘If the shoes fit’ The Landmark London Experience start from £2,600 for one person, £4,000 for two people.

West End Glamour

A private singing lesson and lunch with a West End Star

A once in a life-time opportunity to experience a private 90 minute singing lesson with Shona White who has played starring roles in Wicked, Les Miserables, Shout, Mamma Mia and The Rocky Horror Show. Shona will guide guests through the various singing techniques and vocal work outs. Following this, guests are invited for a three course lunch with Shona, served beneath a soaring eight-story glass roof atrium in The Landmark London’s Winter Garden.

Prices for ‘West End Glamour’ The Landmark London Experience start from £1,200 for one person, £1,500 for two people.